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THERE'S saying when a footballer bags a few goals — he is said to have "found his scoring boots".But is there actually such a thing?Can they type of footwear you use, for example, affect how you play?Stats website Football Boots DB has been keeping a record of which boot each star from the Premier League is wearing.And it turns out that Nike are the providers of the most goals from their boots so far this season.Footwear made by the American sports manufacturers account for 109 strikes — which is 58 per cent of the total number of goals in the Premier League this campaign.Adidas are next on the list, but way behind on 62 goals. That makes up 33 per cent.While, Puma boot-wearing stars have so far only celebrated 11 goals.The Nike Mercurial Vapor XI is the top-scoring boot model with 27. Watch ALL the goals from the Premier League before anyone else for FREE plus all the latest news, fixtures and results and live match commentary all on the go with … [Read more...] about Nike Mercurial Vapor XI boots — worn by Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Raheem Sterling — have scored most Premier League goals

THE storm of St Jude hit the UK on Monday but the Baggies had been blown awayThe Liverpool striker had already hit three goals in three league games sinceThe first goal was typical Suarez. The 26-year-old picked up the ball justThe second came five minutes later and was a bullet header from the edge ofKnown for his quick reactions, the Uruguayan swivelled his neck to power AlyThe third killed the came 10 minutes into the second half and again showed theSteven Gerrard swung a free-kick into the danger zone and Suarez noded it onThe fans were singing his name and the owner was tweeting it. ‘Luis.Win a year of sport in 2014YOU could be jetting off to the Australian Open, an NBA match and the WorldFor more information on the chance for you and a guest to win tickets to nextkia.co.uk … [Read more...] about Sun+ Goals Premier League Performance Of The Month

Manchester United netted their 1,000th goal Premier League at Old Trafford against Everton yesterday thanks to Anthony Martial.But Louis van Gaal and Co didn't just bag three points as they chase a Champions League spot for next season, they also inflicted an unwanted ‘honour’ on Roberto Martinez’s Toffees.They’re ‘bettered’ in that category by only one club — embattled Newcastle — who hit the 200 mark earlier this season.The Toon now have 203 away losses in the Prem era under their belt.It’s certainly not a target Martinez could have hoped to avoid this term, having started off the season on 198 losses.Everton have only lost TWICE on their travels all season and although that record is impressive, they have lost a mammoth eight times at home.They currently sit 12th in the Prem after an inconsistent 2015-16 season.Favourites to join Newcastle and Everton in the dreaded 200 club are title-chasing Tottenham.Mauricio … [Read more...] about Everton’s loss to Manchester United means they join Newcastle as the only Premier League club to lose 200 away games

SOUTHAMPTON are set to report Liverpool to the Premier League for an alleged illegal approach for Virgil van Dijk.The Saints are understood to be unwilling to sell the £60million-rated defender to their Prem rivals, especially for a small fee.Van Dijk has put Liverpool as his top desired destination if he does leave St Mary's this summer. Keep up-to-date with all the latest transfer news and gossip ahead of the summer window with SunSport’s daily LIVE blog But he signed a six-year deal with the club in May last year, but that was when Ronald Koeman was boss and Claude Puel has since taken over. The Holland defender has been out of action since January 22 when he hobbled off in the Saints' 3-0 win over Leicester after being caught by Jamie Vardy.Van Dijk, 25, injured ligaments in his foot during the game and has posted a series of videos to his Instagram page showing his recovery sessions, where he appears kicking a ball and running.Liverpool are … [Read more...] about Southampton set to report Liverpool to the Premier League after alleged illegal approach for Virgil van Dijk

MARTEN DE ROON has launched a scathing attack on Middlesbrough and life in the Premier League.The Dutch midfielder became Boro's record £12million signing when he arrived from Atalanta last year.However, he has now claimed the relegated Teessiders' squad was split into factions and lacked discipline after rejoining the Italian club for an undisclosed fee.De Roon also lamented the quality of life in England, and said he had to quit Boro for the sake of his international career.The 26-year-old made 36 Boro appearances, scoring five goals.He said: "It wasn't a nice year at all with Middlesbrough. There was a split between the English and Spanish speakers in the squad."We were not a stable team at all, and we were not close to one another."The Premier League is great to watch, because a lot happens, and the pace and intensity of matches is unlike anywhere else."But I missed tactical discipline. It is all about physical strength, and teams come up short tactically apart from the top … [Read more...] about Marten de Roon launches scathing attack on Middlesbrough and life in Premier League

ARSENAL striker Alexandre Lacazette has moaned about Premier League refereeing, but admits it up him to get used to it.The 26-year-old became the Gunners' record signing this summer and has enjoyed a good start to life in England since joining from Lyon.But the French internationa,l who has spent his entire career in Ligue 1 until last summer, admitted he has been shocked with some of the decisions in the English top flight.The striker featured in the 2-0 win at home to Brighton to Arsenal go up to fifth in the table.Lacazette told SFR Sport: “I have not totally adapted yet, there are things that still surprise me, but I am trying.“I am watching quite a few matches to understand English football, I am watching quite a lot of my matches with Arsenal and when I look back and see what I didn’t do right, I try to learn from it.“Which hopefully facilitates my progression.“The refereeing decisions [still surprise me] and sometimes I think it is a bit … [Read more...] about Arsenal star Alexandre Lacazette blasts ‘dangerous’ Premier League refereeing

Roberto Firmino will be playing Premier League football next season after Liverpool confirmed on Wednesday they had agreed to sign the Brazil international, pending a medical that will take place after his participation at the Copa America. The details of the deal were not disclosed, although the deal was reported to cost Liverpool around 41 million euros ($44.13 million), which would make him the most expensive Bundesliga transfer ever. "The Reds have seen off serious competition from rivals in the Barclays Premier League and across Europe to make it Anfield where the goalscoring instincts and creative flair of Firmino can continue to blossom," Liverpool said in a statement. The talented 23-year-old attacking midfielder is moving to Anfield from Hoffenheim, where he has been a leading player since 2010, scoring 47 goals in 151 appearances. "Liverpool had been watching all along and acted fastest to put together a deal for Firmino, who will be exhibiting his mesmerizing skills at … [Read more...] about Roberto Firmino to play Premier League football for Liverpool

After a season of unprecedented success, Leicester City have finally wrapped up the Premier League title. After their 1-1 draw away to Manchester United on Sunday, the Foxes' fate rested in the hands of Chelsea and Tottenham. Spurs had to beat Chelsea to keep their slim title hopes alive, but were unable to get a win at Stamford Bridge. Tottenham took a 2-0 lead in the first half through goals from Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min. But goals from Gary Cahill in the 58th minute and Eden Hazard in the 83rd minute pulled Chelsea level. The result gives Leicester an unassailable seven-point lead atop the table with just two games to play for Spurs. Against all odds Leicester narrowly avoided relegation last season, and were rank outsiders to win the league. Bookmakers put their odds of lifting the title at 5000/1 ahead of the season. The club's previous best finish in the top flight was second in 1929. Many of Leicester's players had reportedly gathered at the home of star striker … [Read more...] about Leicester City clinch Premier League title following Tottenham’s draw

Leroy Sane scored his first league goal for Manchester City in their 2-1 win against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday. The German international delivered a sparkling performance and would have had more goals were it not for Petr Cech in the Arsenal goal. In a close and entertaining game, Sane's movement was excellent. The former Schalke player appeared to be in an offside position for his goal, but he nevertheless showed great composure to convert calmly in a one-on-one situation. Sane was brought off inside the final fifteen minutes for Jesus Navas. The 20-year-old has made 14 appearances for City since arriving in the summer for a reported sum of 50 million euros ($52 million), but a thigh injury prevented him from making an instant impact. City's players wore special "Gundogan 8" shirts as they entered the field at the Etihad Stadium in tribute to Germany international Ilkay Gundogan who is expected to miss several months of action. The midfielder sustained another … [Read more...] about Leroy Sane opens his Premier League account as Manchester City beat Arsenal

Jamie Vardy's 24th minute strike made him the first man to ever score in 11 consecutive Premier League games and the first to score in the same number of English top-flight games since Blackpool's Stan Mortensen in 1950-51. "Obviously I am delighted with the achievement, but the most important thing was the performance," said Vardy when speaking to Sky Sports. Vardy was asked to repeat what he said when celebrating, but replied saying "I don't think I can repeat that." Vardy's rise to fame has been a remarkable story, encapsulated this weekend by his latest record. In 2011 28-year old Vardy was playing in the English conference (the fifth division) for Fleetwood Town. In 2012 he signed for Leicester City in the English Championship (the second division) and in 2014, won promotion with the Foxes to the Premier League. In his first season in the English top-flight, Vardy scored five goals, but this season already has 14 goals in 14 matches. Vardy's goals in 11 consecutive matches … [Read more...] about Jamie Vardy breaks Premier League goalscoring record